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Android ransomware, running riot in Australia
Malware

Android ransomware, running riot in Australia

Explosive rise in Android ransomware hits Australia, with over 25% of May's malware being mobile-focused, warns Bitdefender.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jul 2015

Global Stories

Android stories

Google to launch two new Nexus devices from LG and Huawei
Google

Google to launch two new Nexus devices from LG and Huawei

It looks like Google's Nexus smartphone/tablet lineup, which usually feature their latest version of Android is about to get two new additions.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Sep 2015
Facebook to share more of your internet habits with advertisers
Marketing Technologies

Facebook to share more of your internet habits with advertisers

Facebook says it will now begin including information from pages that use Facebook's Like button and similar social features for better targeted ads.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Sep 2015
Sophisticated malware resurfaces in Google Play apps
Cybersecurity

Sophisticated malware resurfaces in Google Play apps

The Android.Trojan.MKero.A malware was originally distributed via third-party marketplace and local social networks in Eastern Europe late 2014.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Sep 2015
LG's G Watch R now Wi-Fi capable
Interactive

LG's G Watch R now Wi-Fi capable

The latest Android Wear update is being rolled out over the next couple of days, bringing new features to all three LG Android Wear devices.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2015
Android to remain dominant OS as mobile phone market slows
iOS

Android to remain dominant OS as mobile phone market slows

IDC says that despite Apple's continued success with its variants of the iPhone, it will be challenged to take Android share.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Aug 2015
Asia Pacific leads the way in mobile adoption
Unified Communications

Asia Pacific leads the way in mobile adoption

By 2020, 80% of the world will own smartphones, with 2-3 times more smartphones than PCs, says new Okta report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2015
Android security flaw found in 950 million devices
Malware

Android security flaw found in 950 million devices

A new security flaw known as Stagefright has been found in 95% of Android devices, allowing attackers to steal information from users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2015
Skype gets more personal on Android
Unified Communications

Skype gets more personal on Android

Skype introduces personalised features in latest Android update, including customisable ringtones and photo forwarding.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
New security flaw on Samsung, LG Android devices
Cybersecurity

New security flaw on Samsung, LG Android devices

A new security vulnerability has been discovered within the Android operating system that affects devices made by several major manufacturers.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Aug 2015
Zebra Technologies and Mainfreight team up to aid ANZ businesses
Marketing Technologies

Zebra Technologies and Mainfreight team up to aid ANZ businesses

Mainfreight, the global logistics provider, has partnered with Zebra Technologies to help ANZ companies embrace mobile working.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Aug 2015
Skype 5.6 for Android rolled out to users
Unified Communications

Skype 5.6 for Android rolled out to users

Skype's new 5.6 update for Android enhances chat visibility, online statuses, and brings a sleek interface to users.

By Catherine Knowles • 1 min read • Fri, 24th Jul 2015
WhatsApp brings slew of new features to Android
Unified Communications

WhatsApp brings slew of new features to Android

Android's WhatsApp now lets users mark chats as 'unread' and customise notifications, even on low data settings.

By Catherine Knowles • 1 min read • Fri, 24th Jul 2015
New VoIP app takes on the telcos
Unified Communications

New VoIP app takes on the telcos

Ringr, a new smartphone app, provides VoIP communications and aims to get people moving from telco providers to apps.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jul 2015
Cheap smartphones dominating handset race
Apple

Cheap smartphones dominating handset race

Smartphones will account for 95% of handset sales by 2020 - and it's not the expensive flagship models leading the way.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jul 2015
Salient Eye app catches Kapiti Coast thief
Breach Prevention

Salient Eye app catches Kapiti Coast thief

Salient Eye, a free Android home security app, has helped a family in Wellington catch an intruder trying to break into their home.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Jul 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Android stories

Xero updates its Android app
Fintech

Xero updates its Android app

Xero has revamped its Xero Touch app for Android, embracing Google's material design standards to enhance user experience and support small businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Aug 2015